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Rajya Sabha Biennial Elections & LA By-Polls: Negotiations Heat Up as ‘Hopefuls’ Jostle for Spotlight

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Rajya Sabha Biennial Elections & LA By-Polls: Negotiations Heat Up as ‘Hopefuls’ Jostle for Spotlight

As four Rajya Sabha seats and several Assembly by-polls approach, alliances are forming, ambitions sharpening—and voters watching closely. By: Javid Amin | 08 October 2025  Jammu & Kashmir is simmering with political energy. With the Rajya Sabha biennial elections slated in late October/November 2025 and several Legislative Assembly by-polls on the horizon, every move by parties, every alliance, every aspirant matters. Behind closed doors, deals are being shaped; in towns and villages, hopeful candidates are quietly laying the groundwork. For many voters, this is less about big national narratives, and…

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BJP’s Doors Closed to National Conference | No Alliance with Omar Abdullah Government in J&K

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BJP’s Doors Closed to National Conference | No Alliance with Omar Abdullah Government in J&K

BJP’s Doors Closed to NC: “Never Wanted to Form Government Together,” Says LoP By: Javid Amin | 08 October 2025  In a strong and deliberate political statement, the Leader of Opposition has ruled out any possibility of forming a government with the National Conference, asserting that the party’s doors are “firmly closed” to any alliance with Omar Abdullah’s leadership. The comment comes at a time when speculation about post-election alignments is intensifying, fueled by widespread criticism of the current government’s first-year performance. “We Never Wanted to Govern Together” Addressing the…

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‘Faith Above Politics’: J&K BJP Leader Dr. Jahanzaib Sirwal’s Stand Over ‘I Love Muhammad’ Row Exposes Cracks Within Saffron Ranks

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‘I Love Muhammad’ Row: JK BJP Leader Threatens Resignation Over UP CM’s Remarks — And Reactions Pour In

‘I Love Muhammad’ Row: JK BJP Leader Threatens Resignation Over UP CM’s Remarks — And Reactions Pour In By: Javid Amin | 03 October 2025 When Faith Meets Fear Srinagar, October 3, 2025 — In a political landscape often defined by loyalty and conformity, Dr. Jahanzaib Sirwal, a young and outspoken leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from Jammu & Kashmir, has broken ranks. His bold statement condemning Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s recent comments and the police crackdown on Muslims displaying “I Love Muhammad” banners during Eid-e-Milad…

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‘No BJP, No Statehood?’ Omar Abdullah Fires Fresh Salvo at Centre

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'No BJP, No Statehood?' Omar Abdullah Fires Fresh Salvo at Centre

Leh Violence an Eye-Opener on J&K’s Statehood Anguish, Says CM Omar By: Javid Amin | 25 September 2025 Omar Abdullah’s Explosive Claim Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has ignited a fresh political storm in Jammu & Kashmir by linking the delay in restoring statehood directly to the BJP’s failure to secure power in the region. “As people didn’t form a BJP government, J&K hasn’t got statehood. That’s the reality,” Omar said during a press briefing in Srinagar. His remarks come against the backdrop of the deadly Leh protests, where demands for…

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Kavinder Gupta Appointed Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh: New Leadership Amid Rising Regional Demands

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Kavinder Gupta Appointed Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh: New Leadership Amid Rising Regional Demands

Former J&K Deputy CM Kavinder Gupta becomes Ladakh’s new LG. His appointment brings political weight amid demands for Sixth Schedule, statehood, and local empowerment. By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 14 July 2025 Kavinder Gupta Appointed Ladakh’s New LG: A Political Strategist Steps In In a key administrative reshuffle with long-term regional implications, Kavinder Gupta, senior BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. His appointment follows the resignation of Brigadier (Retd.) B.D. Mishra, who held the…

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BJP Vs Omar Abdullah: Jallianwala Bagh Analogy Sparks Political Firestorm in Kashmir

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BJP Vs Omar Abdullah: Jallianwala Bagh Analogy Sparks Political Firestorm in Kashmir

BJP Slams Omar Abdullah Over Jallianwala Bagh Comparison: Kashmir’s History or Political Provocation? By: Javid Amin | Srinagar / Jammu | 14 July 2025 What Sparked the Controversy? On July 13, 2025, marking the anniversary of the 1931 killings outside Srinagar Central Jail, Omar Abdullah took to social media, describing the event as “Kashmir’s Jallianwala Bagh.” The statement invoked the memory of the 1919 massacre in Amritsar, where British troops opened fire on unarmed Indian civilians. According to Omar, the 22 Kashmiri Muslims killed by Dogra forces were not rioters…

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Credit War Erupts in J&K Over ₹10,637 Crore Mega Road and Tunnel Projects: Who Deserves the Applause?

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Credit War Erupts in J&K Over ₹10,637 Crore Mega Road and Tunnel Projects - Who Deserves the Applause

Development vs. Recognition—A New War Erupts By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 The recent sanctioning of 19 major road and tunnel projects worth ₹10,637 crore in Jammu and Kashmir was expected to trigger excitement and praise. Instead, it has set off a full-blown political credit war, with stakeholders across the spectrum rushing to claim the spotlight. From the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and MP Er Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) to the BJP, every faction has a version of “how it happened” and…

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BJP Demands SIT Probe into Ex-MLA Faqeer Muhammad Khan’s Suspicious Death

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BJP Demands SIT Probe into Ex-MLA Faqeer Muhammad Khan's Suspicious Death

BJP Alleges Murder in Ex-MLA Faqeer Muhammad Khan’s Death, Demands SIT Probe Srinagar, March 22, 2025: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has raised suspicions over the death of its leader and former legislator from Gurez, Faqeer Muhammad Khan, who allegedly shot himself at his official residence in Tulsi Bagh, Srinagar, on Thursday. While the Jammu and Kashmir Police initially suggested the incident appeared to be a case of suicide, the BJP has called for a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the matter, alleging foul play. BJP spokesman Altaf Thakur,…

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Mehraj Malik’s Liquor Remark Sparks Protests Across Jammu: Apology Demanded

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Mehraj Malik's Liquor Remark Sparks Protests Across Jammu: Apology Demanded

Mehraj Malik’s Remarks on Liquor Consumption Spark Protests Across Jammu AAP MLA Mehraj Malik’s controversial remarks allegedly linking Hindus to liquor consumption have triggered widespread protests across Jammu. Addressing reporters outside the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Malik stated, “They (Hindus) will not close down liquor shops because they drink during festivals and marriages too. They are addicted to it.” The remarks sparked outrage, with groups such as the Dogra Front, Shiv Sena, VHP, Bajrang Dal, and other social organizations staging demonstrations at multiple locations. Protesters demanded an apology, accusing Malik…

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Opposition Slams J&K Budget 2025-26, Calls It a Betrayal of Promises

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Opposition Slams J&K Budget 2025-26, Calls It a Betrayal of Promises

Opposition Criticizes J&K Budget 2025-26, Calls It a Betrayal of Promises Srinagar 07 March 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2025-26, presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties. While the National Conference (NC) hailed the budget as a step toward economic growth and social equity, opposition leaders have labeled it a “betrayal” of the promises made during the election campaign. The Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Peoples’ Conference, and Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) have all voiced their discontent, accusing the NC-led…

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